Student Engagement Aide

Position Title: Educational Assistant

Required Qualifications:

• Completion of High School or equivalent certification
• Additional educational credentials such as an Associate's Degree, 48 semester hours of post-secondary education, or state-required equivalency assessment
• At least one year of pertinent experience in an educational setting

Objective: To support educators, administrative staff, and clerical teams, dedicating a significant portion of time to direct interaction with students.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist individual learners or small groups to enhance their understanding of the material
• Administer and document both achievement and diagnostic assessments
• Utilize classroom technology and equipment effectively
• Manage the distribution and collection of educational resources
• Support student supervision during various activities
• Review and correct student assignments
• Adhere to safety protocols
• Maintain accurate attendance records
• Contribute to various tasks within the educational environment
• Carry out additional responsibilities as required

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift items weighing up to 50 pounds
• Engagement in other physical activities such as pushing, pulling, climbing, stooping, kneeling, reaching, talking, hearing, and seeing

Preparation Background:

• Experience may be derived from vocational training, apprenticeship programs, on-the-job training, or relevant experience

Personal Attributes:

• Flexibility in handling a variety of tasks
• Willingness to accept responsibility
• Capability to make assessments and decisions

Skills and Abilities:

• Strong reasoning and analytical skills
• Effective verbal communication
• Good visual perception and manual dexterity
• Able to distinguish colors

Work Environment:

Standard working hours are from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. on school days.

General Expectations:

Job responsibilities may vary and require adaptability in executing assigned tasks.

Company Name: Grundy County Board of Education